Hadramaut Lotak
📖 Overview
Hadramaut Lotak (Cyprinion acinaces), first described by Banister & Clarke, 1977 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 11.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 12; Anal soft rays: 7.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hadramaut Lotak is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Hadramaut Lotak |
| 🌍CES | parmoušice jemenská |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyprinion acinaces acinaces | Banister & Clarke | 1977 | Synonym |
| Cyprinion acinaces hijazi | Krupp | 1983 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hadramaut Lotak.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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